Hi, Is this antenna well-built? Thanks!
24365
I own a few different brands including this one within this price range and it is built as well as any of the others.
24366
Hi not the one I got, i recd a refund when I complained, one of the antenna's was so loose it would not stand up and every time I touched it I got black stuff on my hands not sure what that was, the seller said he only used it once but it sure looked like more than once, however you may have a better experience than I but I must say I was promptly refunded no questions asked great seller to try, I ended up getting an RCA which works much better with my digital converter thought you do have to get up and re adjust it depending on the chan, weather where you live
1062814
The antenna is very good . It does best at 150- 460 mhz . You will do well for 800 mhz digital. But a yaji directioal antenna is better. I have transmitted over 100 miles on 2 letter ham . This is a real plus for a scanner antenna. Good antenna. Overall gain is good. I would buy it again.. good luck Edward James.Pop
1661891
I don't know for what frequencies this antenna is actually structurally designed, nor at what frequencies it has been tested. I've never tried it on those frequencies. I often research online at credible electronics engineering websites before making my own purchases. There are also some reliable companies online that specialize in antenna design, manufacture and sale.
1625866
This is more a base-station type of antenna. I suggest you look into a mobile antenna which has some gain.
1500589
No, this is a digital antenna and it's a good one. I'm very pleased with mine.
1206494
Good question! never tried the fm reception so I can't answer it. Matter of fact I do not have this antenna anymore.
47927
Its all about reception and a $20.00 antenna will do just as good as an expensive model. Remember you get what you pay for. Expensive models you paying for the name, so it would be wise to check around for different name brands with quality. Check with consumer groups and do more research before buying an antenna.
1607465
Upon close examination of this antenna prior to installing it, I can attest that its quality-of-construction and design is poor, in almost every regard. Also, its two, "U"-shaped "vhf" elements had VERY poor means of direct-contact to the internal circuitry, such that any small amount of "weathering" and corrosion around those contact points WOULD cause them to lose connection the the antenna's internal circuit-board. Such WOULD likely result in much poorer reception of many channels once-well-received. (I would NOT try to purchase another of this model antenna...you will probably, again, entail similar problems shortly with the new.) Upon close examination of this antenna prior to installing it, I can attest that its quality-of-construction and design is poor, in almost every regard. Also, its two, "U"-shaped "vhf" elements had VERY poor means of direct-contact to the internal circuitry, such that any small amount of "weathering" and corrosion around those contact points WOULD cause them to lose connection the the antenna's internal circuit-board. Such WOULD likely result in much poorer reception of many channels once-well-received. (I would NOT try to purchase another of this model... » Read More Upon close examination of this antenna prior to installing it, I can attest that its quality-of-construction and design is poor, in almost every regard. Also, its two, "U"-shaped "vhf" elements had VERY poor means of direct-contact to the internal circuitry, such that any small amount of "weathering" and corrosion around those contact points WOULD cause them to lose connection the the antenna's internal circuit-board. Such WOULD likely result in much poorer reception of many channels once-well-received. (I would NOT try to purchase another of this model antenna...you will probably, again, entail similar problems shortly with the new.) « Show Less
1384407
I do not know allot about antennas. But I did not get this one to work. I spent 100 dollars at best but and now I am very happy. This could be because I just got one of the bad ones.
758540
I know, here's a suggestion. Call C Crane and ask them. They have excellent customer service and are respectful. Also consider purchasing the antenna and trying it yourself. You can always send it back and you will know within a day or two if its right for your setup. I can say that it's stronger than the previous C Crane model because that's the one I have (the gray one). Due to the circumstances it works OK because I beefed it up using reflector home made designs that increase the signal capacity so I didn't take the step up in purchasing. Anyways hope this helps and good luck.
1005766
Come hither Heather and read my response. Yes it does have an antenna that is very solid, not brittle, like some that break off. I have been very pleased with it,very lightweight, yet durable.Another satisfied customer
1803030
Yes, I bought this for Venezuela, and it doesn't have any issue as far as you make the right calculations of the antenna.
490096
This antenna is a step up from a wire antenna, but it can't do much in your situation. It can go from almost-good reception to good reception. Sounds like you'll need an amplified antenna. You may even need to install an outdoor one to get reliable reception.
1583028
in my experience with this antenna, the signals must be very strong to copy them. i have not used it that much on those bands, maybe only a few times to see. its not a dipole up at 30 ft and will not perform like one. but, its better than the stock antenna, esp if you run it outside. the main thing is its portability. you could get a 100 ft long wife and it will do better. but, its not as convenient as this, esp for air travel. N5XTC
1184341
Hi Darien, The antenna is built into the unit. I returned my radio because I was very unhappy with its' lack of performance.
1086375
Hi Railson....I do not understand your question, "Higher gain antennas recommendations ?"....could you please clarify. Thank you Chris
1647653
The crane antenna works very well. However, since this the only antenna I have ever owned I am unable to make the comparison.